UPSSSC Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 for 295 Posts - Apply Online Before 6 July

Government of India

Posts: 295 posts (Block Organizer: 243 + Platoon Commander: 52) Last Date: 06-07-2026 Online

Short Information

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 10-Exam/2026 and invited online applications for the Platoon Commander / Block Organizer Main Examination (PET-2025)/11. A total of 295 permanent vacancies are available under Home Guards Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh - 52 posts of Platoon Commander in Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) and 243 posts of Block Organizer in Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300).

Important Dates

Application Start Date	16-06-2026
Last Date To Apply	06-07-2026
Events	Important Dates
Publication Of Advertisement	15-04-2026

Application Fee

Details	Fee can be paid via Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI or SBI e-Challan. No other mode of payment is accepted.

Age Limit

Age Details	21 to 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories)

Qualification / Eligibility

Education Qualification	Graduation from a recognized university
Details	Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from any recognized university. For Block Organizer / Platoon Commander posts under Home Guards Headquarters, UP, the mandatory educational qualification as per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-8 is a Graduate degree from a recognized university (for non-departmental/civilian category). \| Desirable Qualification (Adhimani Arhat): As per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-9, preference will be given to candidates who have: (a) served in a Provincial Army for up to two years, OR (b) obtained NCC 'B' certificate, OR (c) continuously worked in the Home Guards organization for a minimum of three years. \| Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 years and 40 years as on the first day of January of the year of recruitment (as per the advertisement date). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per UP government norms. \| Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/EWS vacancies are reserved as per Uttar Pradesh government reservation rules. 3% of vacancies are reserved for Physically Handicapped (Divyang) candidates. Reservation for women, ex-servicemen, freedom fighters' dependents and outstanding sportspersons is also applicable as per applicable UP government rules.

Education Qualification

Graduation from a recognized university

Details

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from any recognized university. For Block Organizer / Platoon Commander posts under Home Guards Headquarters, UP, the mandatory educational qualification as per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-8 is a Graduate degree from a recognized university (for non-departmental/civilian category). | Desirable Qualification (Adhimani Arhat): As per UP Home Guards Service Rules 1982, Part-4, Rule-9, preference will be given to candidates who have: (a) served in a Provincial Army for up to two years, OR (b) obtained NCC 'B' certificate, OR (c) continuously worked in the Home Guards organization for a minimum of three years. | Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 years and 40 years as on the first day of January of the year of recruitment (as per the advertisement date). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per UP government norms. | Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/EWS vacancies are reserved as per Uttar Pradesh government reservation rules. 3% of vacancies are reserved for Physically Handicapped (Divyang) candidates. Reservation for women, ex-servicemen, freedom fighters' dependents and outstanding sportspersons is also applicable as per applicable UP government rules.

Vacancy Details

{'Post Name': 'Block Organizer (Block Aargnaizar)', 'Total': '243', 'Nature': 'Permanent'}
{'Post Name': 'Platoon Commander', 'Total': '52', 'Nature': 'Permanent'}
{'Post Name': 'Total', 'Total': '295', 'Nature': ''}

Category Wise Vacancy

Post Name	Total
Nature	Permanent

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay Scale	Block Organizer: Level-5, ₹29,200-₹92,300 \| Platoon Commander: Level-6, ₹35,400-₹1,12,400

Selection Process

The selection process for UPSSSC Block Organizer and Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on their normalised score in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025). Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card by the commission are eligible to apply for the Main Examination.
Main Written Examination (Likhit Pariksha): Selection will be based on the written examination consisting of 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 2 hours (120 minutes) with negative marking of ¼ mark per wrong answer.
Physical Measurement Test: Qualifying in nature; candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature; candidates must complete the prescribed run within the specified time.
Final Merit List: Will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Written Examination by candidates who qualify the physical tests.

Exam Pattern

Pattern Table	{'Part': 'Part-1', 'Subject': 'History of India and Indian National Movement', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Indian Polity and Indian Constitution', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Geography of India and World', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Indian Economy and Social Development', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Current Events of National and International Importance', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Sports in India', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Human Anatomy', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'} {'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Data Interpretation', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'} {'Part': 'Part-2', 'Subject': 'Knowledge of Computer and IT, Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation', 'No. of Questions': '15', 'Total Marks': '15'} {'Part': 'Part-3', 'Subject': 'General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh', 'No. of Questions': '20', 'Total Marks': '20'} {'Part': 'Total', 'Subject': '', 'No. of Questions': '100', 'Total Marks': '100'}
Details	The Main Written Examination will have one question paper containing 100 questions with a total time duration of 2 hours (120 minutes). All questions will be objective and multiple-choice type. Each question carries 1 mark. There is negative marking of 25% (¼ mark) for every wrong answer.

Pattern Table

{'Part': 'Part-1', 'Subject': 'History of India and Indian National Movement', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Indian Polity and Indian Constitution', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Geography of India and World', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Indian Economy and Social Development', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Current Events of National and International Importance', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Sports in India', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Human Anatomy', 'No. of Questions': '05', 'Total Marks': '05'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'}
{'Part': '', 'Subject': 'Data Interpretation', 'No. of Questions': '10', 'Total Marks': '10'}
{'Part': 'Part-2', 'Subject': 'Knowledge of Computer and IT, Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation', 'No. of Questions': '15', 'Total Marks': '15'}
{'Part': 'Part-3', 'Subject': 'General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh', 'No. of Questions': '20', 'Total Marks': '20'}
{'Part': 'Total', 'Subject': '', 'No. of Questions': '100', 'Total Marks': '100'}

Details

The Main Written Examination will have one question paper containing 100 questions with a total time duration of 2 hours (120 minutes). All questions will be objective and multiple-choice type. Each question carries 1 mark. There is negative marking of 25% (¼ mark) for every wrong answer.

Physical Eligibility

Standard	Requirement
Height	Minimum 167.7 cm
Chest (Without Expansion)	Minimum 78.8 cm
Chest (With Expansion)	Minimum 83.8 cm
Details	Candidates meeting the physical standards will be required to undergo a Physical Efficiency Test (PET): \| Candidates who fail to complete the run within the prescribed time will be considered disqualified for selection.
Category	Distance
Male Candidates	4.8 km run
Female Candidates	2.4 km run

How To Apply

Eligible candidates for UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 must submit their application online through the official website upsssc.gov.in within the specified last date.
Step 1 - Login: Visit upsssc.gov.in and login using your PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.
Step 2 - Select Post: In the application section, select the post(s) you wish to apply for and confirm your educational qualification details.
Step 3 - Fill Application Form: Enter all required personal details, category, reservation details, educational qualifications, board/university name, passing year, certificate/roll number, and other required information carefully.
Step 4 - Upload Photo & Signature: Photo and signature uploaded during PET-2025 will be displayed automatically. No changes can be made to these.
Step 5 - Pay Application Fee: Complete fee payment via Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI or SBI e-Challan as per the prescribed fee for your category.
Step 6 - Submit & Download: After successful fee payment/reconciliation, the application form will be submitted automatically. Download and print the application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card are eligible to apply. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will NOT be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Candidates must possess all required educational and other qualifications by the application last date of 06-07-2026. SC/ST/OBC candidates must possess a valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority. EWS candidates must possess an EWS certificate for financial year 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27, issued between 01-04-2026 and 06-07-2026. Only birth date mentioned in High School / equivalent certificate will be considered valid. All communications from the Commission will be uploaded on the official website only; no personal correspondence will be done. The Commission's decision regarding eligibility of candidates will be final.

Important Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026?

UPSSSC has released 295 vacancies under Home Guards Headquarters, UP – 243 Block Organizer posts (Level‑5) and 52 Platoon Commander posts (Level‑6).

Q2. What are the application dates for UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander 2026?

Online applications will be accepted from 16 June 2026 to 06 July 2026, and fee reconciliation/application correction can be done till 13 July 2026.

Q3. Who can apply for UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Main Exam 2026?

Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET‑2025 and hold a valid normalised score card are eligible to apply for this Main Examination.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for Block Organizer and Platoon Commander posts?

Applicants must have a Graduation (Bachelor’s Degree) from a recognised university as per UP Home Guards Service Rules, 1982 for non‑departmental/civilian candidates.

Q5. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years as on 01 January 2026, with age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, women, ex‑servicemen and other reserved categories as per UP government norms.

Q6. What is the selection process for UPSSSC Block Organizer & Platoon Commander 2026?

Selection includes shortlisting on PET‑2025 scores, a Main Written Examination (100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking ¼), followed by Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET); the final merit list is based on main exam marks for candidates who qualify the physical tests.

Q7. What are the physical standards and PET requirements for UPSSSC Platoon Commander & Block Organizer?

Male candidates must meet minimum height/chest standards (varied for General/OBC/SC, hill area and SC/ST), while female candidates must meet minimum height standards; PET consists of a 4.8 km run in 25 minutes for males and 2.4 km run in 14 minutes for females, both qualifying in nature.

Q8. What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC Block Organizer, Platoon Commander Main Exam 2026?

The main exam has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours: sections include History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Current Affairs, Sports, Human Anatomy, Environment & Disaster Management, Data Interpretation, Computer & IT, and General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh, with ¼ negative marking per wrong answer.

About Government of India Recruitment

Government of India ne UPSSSC Platoon Commander Recruitment 2026 for 295 Posts - Apply Online Before 6 July ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 295 posts (Block Organizer: 243 + Platoon Commander: 52) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 06-07-2026 hai.

Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.